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South Nassau Communities Hospital originally planned to build a medical pavilion and emergency department in what remains of the Long Beach Medical Center’s main and west wings, pictured. It now intends to construct a medical pavilion elsewhere on the property, and continue to operate an emergency department, which opened in 2015 and was initially intended to be temporary.

Plans change for former Long Beach Medical Center site

South Nassau Communities Hospital has changed its plans for the development of the Long Beach Medical Center property, saying that it recently determined that construction of a new medical facility … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 11/8/18

George Tsunis, the chairman of the NuHealth, the parent company of Nassau University Medical Center, announced on Nov. 2 a “new era” for the hospital with a partnership with Northwell Health that aims to assuage some of the financial problems plaguing the East Meadow hospital.

NUMC enters a ‘new era’ with Northwell partnership

Nassau University Medical Center is teaming up with Northwell Health for a six-month period in which the two bodies will seek to improve the financial condition and patient care at the safety net … more

By Brian Stieglitz | 11/2/18

Q: I have had multiple breast biopsies, all “non-cancerous.” Most recently, I had a biopsy with atypical cells (“Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia”). My doctor has told me I am at high risk for breast cancer, what can I do about this?

A: Dr. Shubhada Dhage: Multiple risk factors impact an individual’s risk of developing breast cancer during their lifetime. It is important to understand your risk, because it will be the basis … more

Sponsored by NYU Winthrop Hospital Written by Shubhada Dhage, MD, FACS, Douglas Marks, MD | 11/1/18

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Your child's baby teeth are important, and still susceptible to cavities. Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, or Early Childhood Caries. Baby bottle … more

Dr. Alina Bergan DDS | 11/1/18

Q: I do not have a family history of cancer, when should I get my first mammogram?

The age that a woman should get her first mammogram has certainly become a confusing decision. Let’s remember that today (most) doctors strive for precision and personalized therapy. Each … more

Shubhada Dhage, MD, FACS | 10/25/18

Farmingdale State College nursing student, Karla Chelsea, left, administered a flu shot to Freeporter Margret Bade, 76, right, while Assistant Professor from the Department of Nursing, Monica Diamond, center, instructed and supervised Chelsea.

L.I. seniors access free health care

The Golden Gathering Health Fair held at the Freeport Recreation Center hosted by Senator John Brooks and Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy. more

By Nadya Nataly | 10/25/18

Dr. Douglas Marks Attending Physician in the Division of Oncology/Hematology at NYU Winthrop Hospital

My surgeon told me I have stage 0 breast cancer, “DCIS.” Can you explain how a cancer can be stage 0 and what “DCIS” means?

DCIS stands for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ which, in plain language, means cancer that has originated from the duct structures of the breast and has stayed “in place.” In DCIS, the cells … more

Douglas Marks, MD | 10/16/18

How can a college parent maintain key legal rights?

Your 18-year-old has headed off to college. Despite what you may feel, she will now be considered an adult in the eyes of the law and the university. Your legal rights to make decisions on behalf of your child change entirely the moment she turns 18 . . . more

By Patricia C. Marcin | 10/12/18

Organizers are excited about this year’s BullyProof Project Awareness Walk and hope it will be as successful as last year’s, above.

Anti-bullying ‘starts at home’

“When I was younger,” Fran-Marie Hlatky-Rivera said, “I used to get beat up a lot.” As she and her classmates grew and changed, so did the torment they put her through. For a time, she said, … more

By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen | 10/11/18

The Herald is sponsoring a free Senior Health Expo in Oceanside on Nov. 14.

Herald sponsors Senior Health Expo

This November, Herald Community Newspapers is hosting a premier event to bring seniors everything they need to know about maintaining their health and financial fitness in the golden years. more

10/1/18

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